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1849–1916

THE TEXT

James Whitcomb Riley

The text: Love thou thy fellow man! He may have sinned;— One proof indeed, He is thy fellow, reach thy hand And help him in his need!

Love thou thy fellow man. He may Have wronged thee — then, the less excuse Thou hast for wronging him. Obey What he has dared refuse!

Love thou thy fellow man — for, be His life a light or heavy load, No less he needs the love of thee To help him on his road.

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